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Month: May 2026

Mid-Century Design Meets Modern Amenities, 1950 Westcraft Capistrano Calypso
Trailers

Mid-Century Design Meets Modern Amenities, 1950 Westcraft Capistrano Calypso

May 13, 2026April 27, 2026

The ‘Calypso’ is the brilliant result of more than a decade of meticulous restoration, craftsmanship, and modernization. As the largest…

Rally on the Fruit Way Blends Vintage Trailers, Fresh Harvests, and Small-Town Charm
Rallies

Rally on the Fruit Way Blends Vintage Trailers, Fresh Harvests, and Small-Town Charm

May 12, 2026April 22, 2026

Northern Utah’s Tin Can Tourists gathering known as Rally on the Fruit Way is the kind of event that combines…

What Is a Vintage Camper Trailer Worth?
Basics Lifestyle

What Is a Vintage Camper Trailer Worth?

May 11, 2026June 21, 2026

One of the most common questions in the vintage trailer world is about value. Whether you’re selling a cherished “tin…

How to Identify Your Vintage Trailer
Basics

How to Identify Your Vintage Trailer

May 10, 2026

Owning a vintage trailer is like holding a piece of history, but identifying its make, model, or year can be…

Insuring Your Vintage Trailer
Basics

Insuring Your Vintage Trailer

May 9, 2026June 21, 2026

When insuring your vintage RV, seeking advice from a licensed agent in your state of residence is crucial. Insurance can…

Remembering Bob Ross: A Friend, Craftsman, and Vintage Trailer Trailblazer
Legends

Remembering Bob Ross: A Friend, Craftsman, and Vintage Trailer Trailblazer

May 8, 2026May 8, 2026

On Thursday, May 7, we received the unfortunate news that Bob Ross had passed away following a brief illness. Bob…

A 12-Volt A/C Unit That Makes Sense for Vintage Trailers
Products

A 12-Volt A/C Unit That Makes Sense for Vintage Trailers

May 8, 2026May 7, 2026

Air conditioning in a vintage trailer has always been a balancing act. We want comfort, but we also care about…

A Fireball Named “Derel” Turns Heads at Every Rally
Trailers

A Fireball Named “Derel” Turns Heads at Every Rally

May 6, 2026April 27, 2026

Jim Smith of Ozark, Missouri, is a familiar face on the vintage trailer circuit, and his trailer—affectionately named “Derel”—is just…

Rally Registration Made Easy: Tickets, Payments, Waiting Lists, and More
Rallies

Rally Registration Made Easy: Tickets, Payments, Waiting Lists, and More

May 5, 2026May 4, 2026

Registering for a Vintage Camper Trailers rally should be simple, convenient, and easy to manage. That is why our online…

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